Andersen - David Andersen - Dish - Copper, Enamel - Email over copper

Creation of David-Andersen, a prestigious Norwegian silversmithing company.

Enamel on copper dish, a specialty of the brand and particularly popular in the 1960s.

Details on David-Andersen
Origin: Founded in Oslo, Norway, in 1876 by David Andersen.
Know-how: The company is globally renowned for its silver jewelry, luxury household items, and cloisonné enamel pieces.
Notable designer: Famous artists such as Bjørn Sigurd Østern have designed pieces for the house.
Weight 680g

1. Mid-Century Modern Style (1950s-1960s)
The style is defined by a clean, organic, and functional aesthetic. For enamel-on-copper objects of this era, one often finds:
Minimalism: Simple shapes (bowls, circular or triangular dishes) that highlight the material.
Natural inspiration: Vibrant colors reminiscent of Nordic landscapes (deep blues, earthy reds, forest greens)
2. Copper enamel technique
David-Andersen popularized a particular technique where enamel is applied on a copper base. This creates a contrast between the raw exterior, often brushed or hammered, and the glassy brilliance of the internal enamel.
3. The influence of Norwegian design
Unlike the more rigid industrial design, David-Andersen's style in this period incorporates a very strong artisanal and artistic dimension, with transparency and texture effects in the enamel that make each piece almost unique.